Question 1

What unusual car does Polly drive at the end of the film, and why is it significant?

Accepted Answer

Polly drives a 1958 Fiat 600, an unusual car for a small American town at the time, likely a nod to the original Italian play 'L'Ora della Fantasia' by Anna Bonacci that the film was based on.

Question 2

Which famous crooner essentially plays himself in the film, and what real-life opinion does his character express about The Beatles?

Accepted Answer

Dean Martin plays crooner Dino, essentially playing himself. His character expresses derogatory feelings about The Beatles, mirroring Martin's real-life opinion, and is told his sound is obsolete.

Question 3

What major casting changes occurred during production due to a star's health issue?

Accepted Answer

Production began with Peter Sellers as Orville, but he suffered a heart attack weeks in. Filming restarted with Ray Walston in the role after several other actors were considered.

Question 4

Which iconic actress was the role of Polly originally written for, and why didn't she appear in the film?

Accepted Answer

The role of Polly was originally written for Marilyn Monroe, but her death in August 1962 delayed the project. Jayne Mansfield was then considered but withdrew due to pregnancy.

Question 5

What was Billy Wilder's original casting idea that involved four major stars who never appeared in the finished film?

Accepted Answer

Billy Wilder originally wanted to co-star Peter Sellers with Frank Sinatra as Dino, Marilyn Monroe as Polly, and Shirley MacLaine as Zelda, but none ended up in the final film.

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